7 a.m. The Royal Gorge Amateur Radio Club meets at Mr. Ed's restaurant for a Dutch treat breakfast. For more information, call Chuck Ward at 275-5709.

Noon AA meeting at 715 Elm Ave.

1-3 p.m. Doll demonstration will be presented by Yumiko K. Benson at Fremont Center for the Arts at 505 Macon Ave. as part of the Fiber Fabrications exhibit.

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1-4 p.m. Local author Nancy Oswald will sign copies of her book, "Insects in the Infield" at Hastings. The story pits a baseball loving, math-hating, fifth grader against his scientific younger sister. Throw in low grades, an insect collection and bullies from the rival team and an uncharacteristic "big" game results. She is a retired fifth grade teacher from the Cotopaxi School.

3-7 p.m. Bell Tower Cultural Center grand opening will offer a Western Jubilee Celebration. Activities include music, refreshments and more at 201 E. Second St. in Florence. Entertainment will begin with Jean Whitmore and Strings at 3:15 p.m., followed by Jeanne Smith and line dancing, The Sage Sisters, Old West, guitar and banjo, a Hearty welcome and Ken Morse on the piano at 6:15 p.m.

5:30-9:30 p.m. Saturday Night games and treats at the Florence Senior Community Center. $2 suggested donation.

5:30 p.m. PERs will host its annual dinner in the Cañon City Elks Lodge No. 610 for invited guests at 404 Macon Ave.

6:30 p.m. AA meeting at 715 Elm Ave.

Sunday

8-11 a.m. Breakfast at the VFW Post No. 4061 at 215 Cottonwood Ave. Adults $6. Children 9-12, $3 and free for children 8 and under. Groups call ahead at 275-9886.

11 a.m. AA meeting at 715 Elm Ave.

1 p.m. Bronco Sunday will be featured for Elks and their guests at the Cañon City Elks Lodge No. 610 at 404 Macon Ave. Activities include drink specials, potluck, door prizes and lots of fun. Come support your team while supporting your local Elks Lodge.

2 p.m. Guitar Potpourri Concert, an eclectic program of music from Baroque to contemporary, featuring Jim Bosse and Colin McAllister - guitar and Joyce Hanagan - oboe, at Christ Episcopal Church, 802 Harrison Ave. Attend the "meet and greet" reception after the recital. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for students, available at Cross Music, 623 Main St. or at the door the afternoon of the recital. For more information, call 429-7551.

2 p.m. Fremont Custer Historical Society Program will feature Royal Gorge Regional Museum and History Center Sue Cochran assistant archivist in the Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church. Free refreshments will be served. The public is invited to listen to this master story teller explain the history of "Lynching in Fremont County." Everyone is invited.

9-10 a.m. "Peace in Motion" exercise club meets for relaxing and meditative stretching, balance, Chi Gong and simple dances at Shepherd of the Hills Church, 801 Sheridan Ave. For more information, call 275-3494.

Noon AA meeting at 715 Elm Ave.

Noon-1 p.m. Al-Anon meeting at the E. Free Church, 3000 E. Main St.

12:30-5 p.m. Monday games and treats at the Florence Community Senior Center at 100 Railroad St. $2 suggested donation.

6 p.m. TOPS CO468 weight-loss support group. Weigh-in starts at 6 p.m., meeting at 7 p.m. at the Free Methodist Church at Fifth Street and Griffin Avenue. For more information, call 275-0858 or 269-3978.

6:30 p.m. AA meeting at 715 Elm Ave.

7 p.m. Florence City Council will meet in council chambers at 600 W. Third St. in Florence.

7 p.m. Bingo at the Florence Eagles at 117 S. Petroleum Ave. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Sales start at 6:30 p.m. with the games beginning at 7 p.m. Food is available. For more information, call 784-3844.

7-8 p.m. Free identity theft and prepaid legal services seminar. For more information and location, call Brenda King at 429-9999.

Tuesday

9 a.m. the Cañonland Walkers and Hikers will meet at the Sells Trailhead at the end of Sells off Ninth Street and past the Surgery Center. Newcomers most welcome. For more information, call 276-0542 or visit canonlandwalkershikers.org.

9-11:45 a.m. Clothes, shoes, coats and much more, a free community service at 3180 E. Main. For more information, call Nora Sedillo at 372-3163.

10 a.m. Story Time will feature songs, do crafts and have a snack with the theme, "Winter Clothes." For more information, call Robin at 784-4649, ext. 2.

11 a.m. Fremont County Stroke Survivors and Caregivers meet at the Seventh Day Adventist Church, 3180 E. Main St. For more information, call 276-1406.

Noon Cañon City Noon Lions Club meeting at the Abbey Events Center at 2951 E. U.S. 50.

Noon-1 p.m. Free lunch provided at Mercy Today Ministries at 629 Harrison St. Open to all in need. For more information, call 276-9242.

1 p.m. National Mah Jongg League games at Chelsea's Chapel, 307 E. Second St., in Florence. Beginners and experienced players welcome. For more information, call 784-3272 or 372-7870.

1-3 p.m. Senior's Open Bowling at the Florence Fremont Bowling Lanes. $1 per game and $1 for shoes.

5:30 p.m. Bingo at the Florence Elks at 131 E. Front St. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Bingo starts at 7 p.m. Snacks are available for purchase. For more information, call 784-3892.

6 p.m. "Star Trek Into Darkness" will be featured at the Tuesday Night at the Movies in the John C. Fremont Library at 130 Church Ave. in Florence. In the 2013 epic, ruthless masterminded Kahn declares war on the Federation. Captain Kirk, Spick and the crew of the USS Enterprise set off on a manhunt to save and defend the Earth. Rate PG-13. Free popcorn. Bring your own drink.

6:30 p.m. AA meeting at 715 Elm Ave.

6:30-8:30 p.m. DivorceCare and DivorceCare for Kids recovery seminar and support group meets at the Evangelical Free Church, 3000 E. Main St. Child care provided. For more information, call 275-0581 or 371-5438.

6:45-8 p.m. Live Long, Live Strong free seminar is a proven anti aging breakthrough. Learn how to become stronger by fighting the oxidative stress in your body which helps allow more than 300 diseases. Call 371-4238 for meeting location.

7 p.m. Cañon City/Florence branch of Serendipity Peak Dulcimer Club meeting for dulcimers at the Cañon Community Baptist Church at 1117 Monroe Ave

7:30 p.m. Free Texas Hold 'Em Poker will be offered at the VFW Post 2788 at 402 Broadway in Penrose. Join the group for supper at $6 per person at 6:30 p.m. and earn extra poker chips.

Wednesday, Jan. 22

8 a.m. to noon Human Trafficking 101, a free informational training, will be presented by Anne Schomaker, LCSW, at the Evangelical Free Church, 3000 E. Main St. There is no cost to attend, but RSVP is requested by contacting James Berg at 269-2047 or james.berg1@state.co.us

8:15 a.m.-9:30 a.m. The Royal Gorge Networking Group will meet on the first and third Wednesdays at Mugs Coffee House on 1520 Royal Gorge Blvd. For more information, call Susanne Cornell at 275-7653.

9 a.m. Cañonland Walkers and Hikers will meet at the Village Inn to hike Brush Hollow Reservoir. Newcomers most welcome. For more information visit our website at canonlandwalkershikers.org. or call 276-0974.

10:30 a.m. Caregivers Connection will meet the second and fourth Wednesdays of every month at Sangre de Cristo Hospice at 601 Greenwood Ave. For more information, call 275-1261 and ask for Debbie Giem. No registration required.

Noon AA meeting at 715 Elm Ave.

Noon-1 p.m. Al-Anon meeting at the E. Free Church, 3000 E. Main St.

2:10-3:10 p.m. Wednesday Afterschool Teen Group (grades sixth through ninth) will offer crafts, games, science and fun times at the John C. Fremont Library. For more information, call 784-4649, ext. 2.

3 p.m. Fremont County Alzheimer's Support Group meets at Skyline Ridge Nursing and Rehab Center at 515 Fairview the third Wednesday of the month. For more information, call 275-0665 and ask for Veronica or Kelly.

4:30 p.m. TOPS CO96 weight-loss support group in Florence. Weigh-in starts at 4:30 p.m., meeting starts at 5 p.m. at St. Benedict's Catholic Church, 622 W. Second St. in Florence. For more information, call 784-2131 or 269-3978.

5:30 p.m. Free line dance lessons will be offered every Wednesday at VFW Post 2788 in Penrose.

6:30 p.m. Infant/Child Loss Support Group meets the third Wednesday of each month at the ACCESS Center, 490 N. Diamond. For information, call Katherine Bair 429-5700.

6:30 p.m. ARC (All Recovery In Christ), a 12-Step program, will be at the Evangelical Free Church in the annex building, 3000 East Main St. The program is for anyone struggling with addiction of any kind. For more information, call 240-0193 or 784-9999.

6:30 p.m. AA meeting at 715 Elm Ave.

6:30 p.m. Dance and Pot Luck Supper at the GAC 728 Main St. Dance music by the Mountain Blue Band. Open to everyone. $2 donation.

6:30-8 p.m. NAMI connection recovery support group meeting in the old board room at St. Thomas More Hospital at 1338 Phay Ave. This is a support group for adults with mental illness. For more information, call 547-5174.

7 p.m. Dinner and Bingo at the Penrose Senior Center, 405 Broadway, doors open at 5 p.m. Complete menu at reasonable price being served to everyone, eat in or take home.

Thursday, Jan. 23

9:30-11:30 a.m. Colorado Legal Services will have a staff member available for case intake interviews at the Fremont County Administration Building at 615 Macon Ave. Clients will be seen on a walk-in, first-come, first served basis. Those who are aware of clients who may qualify for Colorado Legal Services representation are asked to have the client call the office toll-free at 1-800-395-2465.

Noon CCHS Tiger Pride Booster Club weekly luncheon every Thursday at DiRito's, 231 Main St. Open to everyone interested in CCHS athletics and activities. Meet local high school student athletes/students and coaches and/or sponsors. This week's feature is Environmental Club and Wrestling. Cost is $8.50, which includes meal, drink and gratuity. To see upcoming events, or volunteer to help with fundraising activities or to sign up to be a Tiger Booster, visit cchsweb.org/Booster.

1 p.m. Duplicate Bridge Club will meet at the Fellowship Hall of the Christian Family Fellowship Church, 1011 Monroe.

1-4 p.m. Cotter Community Advisory Group will meet in Room 207 of the Fremont County Building, 615 Macon Ave.

1-5 p.m. Human Trafficking 101, a free informational training, will be presented by Anne Schomaker, LCSW, at the Evangelical Free Church, 3000 E. Main St. There is no cost to attend, but RSVP is requested by contacting James Berg at 269-2047 or james.berg1@state.co.us

2:30-5 p.m. The Cañon City Chess Club meets every Thursday at Cup and Cone at 331 Royal Gorge Blvd. All levels of play are welcome. Just show up or call 315-2461 for more information.

5:30 p.m. Bingo at the Florence American Legion Post No. 25 at 209 E. Front St. in Florence. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Bingo starts at 7 p.m. For more information, call 784-6125.

5:30 p.m. TOPS C0549 weight-loss support group meeting at Free Methodist Church at Fifth Street and Griffin Avenue. For more information, call Mary Decker at 269-3933 or Gleda Estes at 429-4790.

6 p.m. "Upholding the Constitution and Traditional Values" Royal Gorge Tea Party will begin with a Meet and Greet will be at the Valley Chapel at 451 Valley road. For more information, call 275-0987.

6:30 p.m. AA meeting at 715 Elm Ave.

6:30 p.m. Civil Air Patrol, USAF Auxiliary will meet at the Fremont County Airport, 60298 U.S. 50 in Penrose. For more information, call Bryce Nelson at 269-8040.

7-9 p.m. Victorian Dance Classes will be offered the second and fourth Thursdays at the Fremont Center for the Arts at 505 Macon Ave. First class is free. For more information, call 276-2842.

7:30 p.m. Rocky Mountain Wagon Masters meets the third Thursday of each month in Chelsea's Chapel, 307 E Second in Florence. A horse, mule, mini, whatever buggy, cart driving club. All are welcome. For more information, call 372-6380 or 372-3234.

7:30 p.m. "The Curious Savage" will be presented by the Custer County High School students in Westcliffe. Written by John Patrick, the comedic play about Ethel Savage, a woman whose husband who recently died and left her about $10 million.

7:30 p.m. Free Texas Hold 'Em Poker will be offered at the VFW Post 2788 at 402 Broadway in Penrose. Join the group for supper at $6 per person at 6:30 p.m. and earn extra poker chips.

Friday, Jan. 24

9-10 a.m. "Peace in Motion" exercise club meets for relaxing and meditative stretching, balance, Chi Gong and simple dances at Shepherd of the Hills Church, 801 Sheridan Ave. For more information, call 275-3494.

Noon AA meeting at 715 Elm Ave.

Noon-1 p.m. Al-Anon meeting at the E. Free Church, 3000 E. Main St.

1-4 p.m. Royal Gorge Quilters of Valor meet at Creative Cloth at 508 Main St. For more information, call 276-2005 or 276-0441.

7:30 p.m. "The Curious Savage" will be presented by the Custer County High School students in Westcliffe. Written by John Patrick, the comedic play about Ethel Savage, a woman whose husband who recently died and left her about $10 million.

Saturday, Jan. 25

7 a.m. The Royal Gorge Amateur Radio Club meets at Mr. Ed's restaurant for a Dutch treat breakfast. For more information, call Chuck Ward at 275-5709.

7 a.m. Biscuits and gravy breakfast will be served at the Florence Senior Community Center at 100 Railroad St. in Florence. Meal consists of biscuits and gravy, scrambled eggs, hashbrowns, orange juice and coffee. Meals are $5 for adults and $3 for children.

Noon AA meeting at 715 Elm Ave.

1-3 p.m. Doll demonstration will be by Kathleen Shepard at the Fremont Center for the Arts at 505 Macon Ave. as part of the Fiber Fabrication exhibit.

2 p.m. "Antero Winds" will perform In Concert at the Jones Theater in Westcliffe. General admission is $15 and $5 for students.

5:30-9:30 p.m. Saturday Night games and treats at the Florence Senior Community Center. $2 suggested donation.

6:30 p.m. AA meeting at 715 Elm Ave.

7:30 p.m. "The Curious Savage" will be presented by the Custer County High School students in Westcliffe. Written by John Patrick, the comedic play about Ethel Savage, a woman whose husband who recently died and left her about $10 million.

Sunday, Jan. 26

8-11 a.m. Breakfast at the VFW Post No. 4061 at 215 Cottonwood Ave. Adults $6. Children 9-12, $3 and free for children 8 and under. Groups call ahead at 275-9886.

11 a.m. AA meeting at 715 Elm Ave.

Noon-2 p.m. and 3:30-5:30 p.m. Gourmet Sampler fundraiser for Orchard of Hope will be at the Shadow Hills Golf Club at 1232 CR143. Tickets are $20 and may be purchased at Cañon City Daily Record, KRLN, Salon e Cheveaux, Sangre de Cristo Hospice and Big D's Superfoods.

9-10 a.m. "Peace in Motion" exercise club meets for relaxing and meditative stretching, balance, Chi Gong and simple dances at Shepherd of the Hills Church, 801 Sheridan Ave. For more information, call 275-3494.

Noon AA meeting at 715 Elm Ave.

Noon-1 p.m. Al-Anon meeting at the E. Free Church, 3000 E. Main St.

12:30-5 p.m. Monday games and treats at the Florence Community Senior Center at 100 Railroad St. $2 suggested donation.

6 p.m. TOPS CO468 weight-loss support group. Weigh-in starts at 6 p.m., meeting at 7 p.m. at the Free Methodist Church at Fifth Street and Griffin Avenue. For more information, call 275-0858 or 269-3978.

6:30 p.m. AA meeting at 715 Elm Ave.

7 p.m. Bingo at the Florence Eagles at 117 S. Petroleum Ave. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Sales start at 6:30 p.m. with the games beginning at 7 p.m. Food is available. For more information, call 784-3844.

7-8 p.m. Free identity theft and prepaid legal services seminar. For more information and location, call Brenda King at 429-9999.

Tuesday, Jan. 28

9 a.m. the Cañonland Walkers will meet at the Sells Trailhead at the end of Sells off Ninth Street and past the Surgery Center. Newcomers most welcome. For more information, call 276-0542 or visit canonlandwalkershikers.org.

9 a.m. New Neighbors Club will meet in the Abbey. Doors open at 9 a.m. Lunch is $13. Reservations are required. Program is "Moomba" stress release for women the fun way. For more information or for anyone interested in joining, call Sharon at 671-7120.

9-11:45 a.m. Clothes, shoes, coats and much more, a free community service at 3180 E. Main. For more information, call Nora Sedillo at 372-3163.

9 a.m. New Neighbors Club will meet at the Abbey. Doors open at 9 a.m. Lunch is $13. Reservations are required. For more information or for anyone interested in joining, call Sharon 671-7120.

10 a.m. Story Time will feature songs, do crafts and have a snack with the theme, "Animals in Winter." For more information, call Robin at 784-4649, ext. 2.

Noon Cañon City Noon Lions Club meeting at the Abbey Events Center at 2951 E. U.S. 50.

Noon-1 p.m. Free lunch provided at Mercy Today Ministries at 629 Harrison St. Open to all in need. For more information, call 276-9242.

1-2:30 p.m. 7th Floral Food Pantry distributes food boxes to all in need at 701 Floral Ave. No registration required. Bring an ID and a box if they have one.

1 p.m. National Mah Jongg League games at Chelsea's Chapel, 307 E. Second St., in Florence. Beginners and experienced players welcome. For more information, call 784-3272 or 372-7870.

1-3 p.m. Senior's Open Bowling at the Florence Fremont Bowling Lanes. $1 per game and $1 for shoes.

5:30 p.m. Bingo at the Florence Elks at 131 E. Front St. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Bingo starts at 7 p.m. Snacks are available for purchase. For more information, call 784-3892.

6 p.m. "Book Talk: Despite This We Stay" will feature Walsenburg columnist and local author Carol Dunn, who will share stories from her book at the John C. Fremont Library at 130 Church Ave. in Florence. The book describes the zany aspects of living in Southern Colorado, from critters to unique people and the challenges of the landscape around us. Everyone welcome.

6:30 p.m. AA meeting at 715 Elm Ave.

6:30-8:30 p.m. DivorceCare and DivorceCare for Kids recovery seminar and support group meets at the Evangelical Free Church, 3000 E. Main St. Child care provided. For more information, call 275-0581 or 371-5438.

6:45-8 p.m. Live Long, Live Strong free seminar is a proven anti aging breakthrough. Learn how to become stronger by fighting the oxidative stress in your body which helps allow more than 300 diseases. Call 371-4238 for meeting location.

7 p.m. Cañon City/Florence branch of Serendipity Peak Dulcimer Club meeting for dulcimers at the Cañon Community Baptist Church at 1117 Monroe Ave.

7:30 p.m. Free Texas Hold 'Em Poker will be offered at the VFW Post 2788 at 402 Broadway in Penrose. Join the group for supper at $6 per person at 6:30 p.m. and earn extra poker chips.

Wednesday, Jan. 29

9 a.m. Cañonland Walkers and Hikers will meet at the Village Inn to hike Cheyene State Park. Newcomers most welcome. For more information visit our website at canonlandwalkershikers.org. or call 276-0974.

Noon AA meeting at 715 Elm Ave.

2:10-3:10 p.m. Wednesday Afterschool Teen Group (grades sixth through ninth) will offer crafts, games, science and fun times at the John C. Fremont Library. For more information, call 784-4649, ext. 2.

4:30 p.m. TOPS CO96 weight-loss support group in Florence. Weigh-in starts at 4:30 p.m., meeting starts at 5 p.m. at St. Benedict's Catholic Church, 622 W. Second St. in Florence. For more information, call 784-2131 or 269-3978.

5:30 p.m. Free line dance lessons will be offered every Wednesday at VFW Post 2788 in Penrose.

6:30 p.m. ARC (All Recovery In Christ), a 12-Step program, will be at the Evangelical Free Church in the annex building, 3000 East Main St. The program is for anyone struggling with addiction of any kind. For more information, call 240-0193 or 784-9999.

6:30 p.m. AA meeting at 715 Elm Ave.

6:30-8 p.m. NAMI connection recovery support group meeting in the old board room at St. Thomas More Hospital at 1338 Phay Ave. This is a support group for adults with mental illness. For more information, call 547-5174.

Thursday, Jan. 30

9:30-11:30 a.m. Colorado Legal Services will have a staff member available for case intake interviews at the Fremont County Administration Building at 615 Macon Ave. Clients will be seen on a walk-in, first-come, first served basis. Those who are aware of clients who may qualify for Colorado Legal Services representation are asked to have the client call the office toll-free at 1-800-395-2465.

Noon CCHS Tiger Pride Booster Club weekly luncheon every Thursday at DiRito's, 231 Main St. Open to everyone interested in CCHS athletics and activities. Meet local high school student athletes/students and coaches and/or sponsors. This week's feature is Speech & Debate, Swimming and Boys Basketball. Cost is $8.50, which includes meal, drink and gratuity. To see upcoming events, or volunteer to help with fundraising activities or to sign up to be a Tiger Booster, visit cchsweb.org/Booster.

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